Originally published: August 20, 2013

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Subaru set the blogosphere aflame last week when it teased images of a BRZ wearing STI badges. Many speculated a full-fledged STI rendition would see the light of day with a much-appreciated uptick in power and torque, while others (including Yours Truly) suggested these badges may denote little more than a cosmetic package known in Subaru-speak as tS, or Tuned by STI. The latter proved to be true as Subaru has dished details on the 2014 BRZ tS, an accessory package available exclusively in Japan.

While engine output remains at 200 horsepower and 151 pound-feet of torque, the tS package brings a slew of changes to the chassis. 18-inch alloy wheels wrapped in Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires, beefed-up STI suspension components (including shocks and springs) all around, Brembo brakes at all four corners and a tweaked stability control system headline the changes. Cosmetic tweaks include a front-lip spoiler and multiple STI badges inside and out, while the optional GT pack adds an adjustable carbon fibre wing and Recaro seats. In either guise, no more than 500 BRZ tS-es will be built.